Antivirus and Parallels / Fusion...is it time for AV software?

It can be argued OSX / iMac does not need antivirus software.  Is this true, however, if a Windows-allowing software is installed?
I recently installed Codeweavers' Crossover in an effort to run some antiquated, employer-required applicqtions, as well as a version of Quicken's money management software.  Should I now consider running an antivirus software as well?  (I should mention that I have not installed a Windows OS.)
Cheers!

Unless they are installed by the factory!
I can add that some Windows PCs can be infected with viruses during the manufacturing process in the factories:
Several new computers have been found carrying malware installed in the factory, suggests a Microsoft study.
One virus called Nitol found by Microsoft steals personal details to help criminals plunder online bank accounts.
Microsoft won permission from a US court to tackle the network of hijacked PCs made from Nitol-infected computers.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-19585433
This does not happen with Apple computers!

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